Minneriya National Park in Sigiriya

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Minneriya National Park in Sigiriya | Journest 2026

Minneriya National Park

Famous national park with the largest gathering of wild Asian elephants (up to 300 individuals).

Practical Information

Prices verified: Dec 27, 2025

Entrance Fee

Adult

11,000 LKR~11,000 $

Child

5,500 LKR~5,500 $

freeFor.under_6Free

Foreigners ~11000 LKR (~$35). Safari jeep separate. Elephant gathering Jul-Oct up to 300! Guide required. LKR payment only

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How to Get There

Minneriya National Park is 180 km from Colombo (4-5 hours drive). Nearest town is Habarana. From Colombo by bus to Habarana or Polonnaruwa. Safaris organized from Habarana, Sigiriya, and Dambulla. Jeep safari costs about 40-60 USD per vehicle for 4 hours. Best time to see elephants is June-September (The Gathering). Park entry about 25 USD.

Working Hours

Monday06:00 — 18:00

Tuesday06:00 — 18:00

Wednesday06:00 — 18:00

Thursday06:00 — 18:00

Friday06:00 — 18:00

Saturday06:00 — 18:00

Sunday06:00 — 18:00

Note

Safari: morning 5:30 AM - 10:00 AM, afternoon 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM. Evening better - elephants more active. May-October "The Gathering" - up to 300 elephants! Entry $35. 23 km from Sigiriya.